Aqua Zumba

Aqua Zumba Review

My girl Kia and I are huge Urban Girl Squad fans. The UGS brings together professional women in their 20s and 30s for fun events that range from wine tasting parties, to uh–adult education parties, to boxing, running, you name it! You may remember the fun networking event that I attended last year.

She got us tickets to Aqua Zumba, and I was excited *because it was Zumba*, and I really like the pool. I don’t swim. At all. But being in the water is fun!

We grabbed dinner, then headed over to the gym. When we arrived we met Edmee, our instructor. She gave us a big warm smile and welcomed us. Zumba pro skills were definitely present here. I introduced myself, and it turns out we have my Zumba mentor in common. Loved that.

Kia and I changed into our swimsuits and I gotta admit, I want to look better in it, but that is what all the hard work is for right?

We all got in the pool and I was a little nervous because I didn’t want to be in the deep end, you know being that I can’t swim and all.

We were told to get in the water up to our chest. She was directly in front of us and she had the song I currently use in my Zumba class–Wake Me Up by Avicii

After that I knew I would be in good hands.

The movements were very big and very intentional. It’s a ton of upper body but the lower half gets work too. I only wish I had swim shoes on to get a better grip of the floor (I was slipping a lot!)

We went through 7 songs, some high intensity and some low. It was over before we knew it and we cooled down. It was my second workout of the day (earlier I did boxing) but I still felt the satisfaction of a good workout. It wasn’t until much later on that I realized I could have brought my polar in the water with me! Oh well. I was able to catch my girl Edmee for a pic

This was another fantastic event held by the Urban Girl Squad. We even got a free class as a gift! I can’t wait to go back.

Are you a good swimmer? Have you ever taken Aqua Zumba? Pool or Beach?

Comments

I’ll say it again – you city girls have all the fun!! What a great event. I have never taken a pool class but I do enjoy swimming laps. There’s something about it that is very relaxing. Unfortunately, it’s usually last on my list after biking and running so I don’t do it often unless I have a TRI coming up!Allie recently posted…My 20 Year High School Reunion – What I Least Expected

Aqua Zumba!? I know that must have been fun. Given that I haven’t worn a bathing suit in public in 5+ years…I won’t be going anytime soon, but I will add it to my 2014 #fitforcali bucket list! lolKimberly recently posted…Mindfulness Moments: Surround Yourself with Positivity

Girl I had no clue how freaking hard that would be! I did think about it until I was actually IN the suit then I was like oh no. this is NOT working. it was like a bucket of ice cold water was thrown on me. ugh.

So many opportunities for you. Such a blessing when it comes to variety. That is the one thing I envy about living in the big city. Now this one in particular I would only be able to take advantage of on a Friday morning (before the hair salon ) Looks like fun though, especially for you. You should take swim lessons with the boys. I bet that would be fun.Joi recently posted…35 Ways to Celebrate Your Blogoversary

I’m pretty sure that I would like Aqua Zumba more than regular because not everyone could see all of my movements!!!
Glad you got to try the class – hopefully you can go again!Kim recently posted…Not Elegant just very Festive

Oh my gosh! I did Aqua Zumba with Edmee & UGS last year! It was a lot of fun! I still prefer my regular Zumba classes but I like to switch it up every once in awhile too. So cool!FitBritt recently posted…Fitness Biathlon!

I bet that was quite the workout. The most I ever do is run in the water, and it has to be really hot outside for me to do that. I used to do it all the time during xc season in college (well once a week) and I hated it. But it was also how I got to meet my husband!Michelle recently posted…Bookboard Reading Service Giveaway!

i want to do this! i’ve never heard of it, but hope it makes it way to sf. i love zumba and i love the pool, but i don’t swim either. just love being in the warm water!Catherine Gacad recently posted…Are You Harming Your Child’s Financial Future?

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